Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3600 455 lb-ft@1600 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3500 428 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 122.9 in | -8.1 in |
Length | 189.1 in | 207.4 in | -18.3 in |
Width | 75.2 in | 76.7 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 70.7 in | 57.9 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5038 lb. | 4564 lb. | 474 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 21.7 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 37.2 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 59.1 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.1 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.4 in | 57.8 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 42.9 in | -4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 84.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 22 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 56.8 ft3 |
2013 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
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